... 5) with a core of clones between 37 and 44 degreesEstimation of genetic parameters in the European black poplar (Populus nigra L.). Consequence on the breeding strategyCh. ... discussion, need tobe based on the genetic and economic properties of the species. The present study aims toestimate the genetic parameters in the European black poplar, ... the length of the growing season is under strong genetic control. It also matches results on Populus deltoides (FARMER, 1970 ; YtN!,1974) and on many other species of...